USA 2020

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USA 2020 is a single player casual sport game. It was developed by GAMES FOR HUMANS and was released on June 2, 2018. It received positive reviews from players.

In "USA 2020," players assume the role of Chin Jr., tasked with eradicating a reptilian invasion threatening the United States. The game features top-down shooting action across various locations, including space, and offers a leaderboard system and 5000 Steam achievements to earn. Players can also test their kung-fu skills against the alien invaders.

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82%

Audience ScoreBased on 180 reviews

humor4 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

The game offers a massive number of achievements, making it appealing for achievement hunters.
It is a humorous homage to 'Hong Kong 97', capturing the essence of that game while providing a unique experience.
Despite its flaws, some players find it oddly fun and entertaining, especially for casual play.

The game is criticized for being low quality, with poor graphics and minimal gameplay mechanics.
Many players feel it is just a cash grab, lacking any real substance or value as a game.
The overwhelming number of trivial achievements requires excessive idling rather than actual gameplay, leading to frustration.

gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay is a mixed bag, with some players enjoying the combination of mechanics and RNG elements that keep them engaged, while others criticize it for being repetitive and lacking depth. The game is noted for its thematic representation of 2020, but many feel that it fails to provide meaningful gameplay experiences, especially since achievements can be unlocked without actual gameplay. Overall, while some aspects shine, the gameplay is often seen as flawed and in need of more variety.
- “The mechanics mixed with good RNG elements keep me coming back for more.”
- “But however, it is in the gameplay where the game really shines.”
- “I would like if the devs made different mechanics for the different trump stages.”
- “It perfectly encapsulates the year 2020 by showing you just how awful it is through terrible gameplay.”
- “No actual gameplay is required to unlock all the achievements in this game!”
- “The gameplay is nearly the same.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some praising the gorgeous retro pixel art that evokes nostalgia, while others criticize the lack of modern graphical options and resolution adjustments. Overall, the choice of using outdated graphics has polarized players, leading to both admiration and disappointment.
- “The graphics in this legendary game caused me to pass out in ecstasy.”
- “The graphics are just gorgeous.”
- “The graphics are stunning and truly immersive.”
- “A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel 'art' as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”
- “The graphics in this game are disappointing and feel outdated.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is deeply impactful, drawing from true events to provide a profound and cerebral analysis of the political landscape in 2020's USA. Many reviewers found it emotionally moving, often shedding tears over its beautiful yet sorrowful portrayal of humanity's struggles, suggesting it deserves high literary acclaim.
- “It's based on a true story.”
- “The story is worthy of at least a Pulitzer, with its deep, profound, and cerebral analysis of the politics of 2020's USA.”
- “I couldn't help but shed many tears as the story unfolded, for few times have I seen such a beautiful yet sorrowful portrayal of humanity's struggles.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it funny and enjoyable, particularly appreciating the comedic elements related to Trump. Overall, it adds a lighthearted touch to the gameplay experience.
- “Funny and worth a laugh :)”
- “Very good achievements game, but the whole idea with Trump is kind of funny.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized for being a cash grab, with accusations of plagiarism due to the lack of credit given to the original artists and developers of the game assets. This has led to concerns about the ethical implications of the game's financial model.
- “The developers didn't credit any of the artists and real game developers who created the assets, so this is plagiarism, as well as a cash grab.”
- “The monetization strategy feels exploitative, prioritizing profit over player experience.”
- “It's frustrating to see so many paywalls in a game that could have been enjoyable without constant prompts to spend money.”